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Simon Gregson, who plays Steve McDonald in Coronation Street on the ITV soap, has been spotted without his wedding ring, which has fueled speculations that he has broken up with his wife Emma.

Coronation Street legend Simon Gregson has sparked concern over his marriage after appearing to ditch his wedding ring. The actor, 50, who plays Steve McDonald on the ITV soap, has been married to wife Emma for 14 years.

Simon fuelled split rumours earlier this year when a tax report regarding his finances said the star and his “estranged” wife, had three years to pay back debt from their production company’s account. And he’s now got tongues wagging again after appearing without his wedding band while out running errands after Emma was spotted without hers last month.

The father-of-three looked deeply thought out in Cheshire as he opened a packet of cigarettes with his ring finger clearly visible and his phone in his pocket while sporting a grey hoodie, baseball cap, jeans, and Nike trainers.

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The star’s alleged relationship with his ex-wife was revealed in official documents after his fans expressed concern about her.

The Mirror previously reported the Steve McDonald star could be forced to sell his house if he does not pay back a £252,000 loan he took from his production firm, with official papers showing the soap legend and Emma must repay Simon Gregson Productions a sum of £1,500 per month. The paperwork states the pair, who have been married for 14 years and have three sons, had separated. However, Coronation Street confirmed last week that the couple was still together.

The director’s report stated that she had an overdraft of £282,824 on her loan account. Additionally, it was discovered that this money had been moved into Mr. Gregory’s joint bank account with his estranged wife after being taken out of the company’s bank account. Any dispute would therefore be directed at both parties.

Standing next to a house with a For Sale sign after the story broke, Simon was papped.

However, a source told The Sun that the actor’s marriage was still intact, stating that “Simon and Emma are still very much together.”

“Simon has no idea why Emma is listed in his financial paperwork as his “estranged wife.”

Simon has frequently praised his wife Emma, who owns a tea room in Cheshire, for supporting him while managing his demanding filming schedule.

The couple revealed their relationship to one of his soap star coworkers last year. Emma continued, “I used to go to Bev’s pub with my brother Michael and she was running a singing competition called Eccles Factor,” adding, “We met 18 years ago in the pub in Eccles owned at the time by Beverley Callard.

Because he likes you and is single, Bev asked if I liked him. When Simon and Emma ran into each other at a charity event a few weeks later, they have been dating ever since.

Alfie, 17, Harry, 15, and Henry, 8, are the couple’s three sons.

Simon’s representatives have been contacted by The Mirror for comment on this story.

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Simon Gregson, who plays Steve McDonald in Coronation Street on the ITV soap, has been spotted without his wedding ring, which has fueled speculations that he has broken up with his wife Emma.

Coronation Street legend Simon Gregson has sparked concern over his marriage after appearing to ditch his wedding ring. The actor, 50, who plays Steve McDonald on the ITV soap, has been married to wife Emma for 14 years.

Simon fuelled split rumours earlier this year when a tax report regarding his finances said the star and his “estranged” wife, had three years to pay back debt from their production company’s account. And he’s now got tongues wagging again after appearing without his wedding band while out running errands after Emma was spotted without hers last month.

The father-of-three looked deeply thought out in Cheshire as he opened a packet of cigarettes with his ring finger clearly visible and his phone in his pocket while sporting a grey hoodie, baseball cap, jeans, and Nike trainers.

READ MORE: Inside Coronation Street star Tina O’ Brien’s love life amid marriage breakdown fears

The star’s alleged relationship with his ex-wife was revealed in official documents after his fans expressed concern about her.

The Mirror previously reported the Steve McDonald star could be forced to sell his house if he does not pay back a £252,000 loan he took from his production firm, with official papers showing the soap legend and Emma must repay Simon Gregson Productions a sum of £1,500 per month. The paperwork states the pair, who have been married for 14 years and have three sons, had separated. However, Coronation Street confirmed last week that the couple was still together.

The director’s report stated that she had an overdraft of £282,824 on her loan account. Additionally, it was discovered that this money had been moved into Mr. Gregory’s joint bank account with his estranged wife after being taken out of the company’s bank account. Any dispute would therefore be directed at both parties.

Standing next to a house with a For Sale sign after the story broke, Simon was papped.

However, a source told The Sun that the actor’s marriage was still intact, stating that “Simon and Emma are still very much together.”

“Simon has no idea why Emma is listed in his financial paperwork as his “estranged wife.”

Simon has frequently praised his wife Emma, who owns a tea room in Cheshire, for supporting him while managing his demanding filming schedule.

The couple revealed their relationship to one of his soap star coworkers last year. Emma continued, “I used to go to Bev’s pub with my brother Michael and she was running a singing competition called Eccles Factor,” adding, “We met 18 years ago in the pub in Eccles owned at the time by Beverley Callard.

Because he likes you and is single, Bev asked if I liked him. When Simon and Emma ran into each other at a charity event a few weeks later, they have been dating ever since.

Alfie, 17, Harry, 15, and Henry, 8, are the couple’s three sons.

Simon’s representatives have been contacted by The Mirror for comment on this story.

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Alison Hammond, a presenter on This Morning on ITV, has revealed her missed dating experience and hopes to one day break into Hollywood.

She’s conquered telly, now This Morning favourite Alison Hammond has her sights set on cracking Hollywood. The presenter said she’d love to play a superhero – and she reveals the movie star she almost dated.

“I’ve always wanted to be a Hollywood actress,” she revealed. “Have I done it yet? No. But give me a call, Marvel. I’m ready for my close up.” Brummie Alison, who rose to fame on the 2002 series of Big Brother, teased an exciting encounter with one huge name. Opening up about her biggest regret, she said: “Not swiping right on Idris Elba when I had the chance (kidding… or am I?)”

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The Great British Bake Off host, 50, is now one of the most in-demand stars on the box and became the new face of For the Love of Dogs following the death of Paul O’Grady. She currently presents ITV’s This Morning on a Friday with co-host Dermot O’Leary and is also a team captain on Rob Beckett’s Smart TV for Sky. Earlier this year her new travel series: Florida Unpacked, went out on BBC Two. It saw her travel the US state with son Aidan.

For years Alison worked as a tour rep following in the footsteps of her mother, who was a hard-working, no-nonsense travel agent. She says she owes her success down to “being unapologetically me” and her mother. Asked about her biggest influence, she said: “Without a doubt, my mum. She taught me to laugh loud, love big and always be myself. And look where that’s got me – This Morning, Bake Off, three books, working with Maybelline…”

Alison also had a dream in Hollywood. “I’d be there in a flash if I ever received the call to join her (Dua Lipa) on stage for Physical.”

Alison says there needs to be much more done to increase representation in the sector, despite the opportunities that are opening up for her. She urged more diversity in television by calling for more voices, stories, and actors from various backgrounds to shine. Although there is still work to be done, the industry is awakening.

Alison earned a huge sum last year, making around £35,000 per week after landing a series of lucrative deals. Host Alison also has money spinning jobs like being the voice of Wren Kitchens which bring in thousands of pounds. The host also has a deal with online firm Very.

After the TV showman reportedly booked him for a £150 massage, the mother-of-one has been dating David Putnam, 27. Before even meeting model David, artist Art began imitating life after writing in her book Bombshell about a woman dating a 27-year-old. She and Noureddine Boufaied, the mother of Aidan, 19, were married before splitting up, but they never reconciled.

The jobs just keep rolling in for Alison, as she’s reportedly being lined up to host the reboot of cult BBC series Hole In The Wall. The original show, which aired from 2008 to 2009, featured celebrities trying to fit through moving wall cut-outs to avoid being pushed into a pool of water. It was previously hosted by Dale Winton, with Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke later taking over. The BBC is yet to announce an official air date for the Hole In The Wall reboot, but if the pilot proves successful, it’s expected to make a comeback later this year.

Read Alison’s full interview in the latest The Big Issue.

Alison Hammond, a presenter on This Morning on ITV, has revealed her missed dating experience and hopes to one day break into Hollywood.

She’s conquered telly, now This Morning favourite Alison Hammond has her sights set on cracking Hollywood. The presenter said she’d love to play a superhero – and she reveals the movie star she almost dated.

“I’ve always wanted to be a Hollywood actress,” she revealed. “Have I done it yet? No. But give me a call, Marvel. I’m ready for my close up.” Brummie Alison, who rose to fame on the 2002 series of Big Brother, teased an exciting encounter with one huge name. Opening up about her biggest regret, she said: “Not swiping right on Idris Elba when I had the chance (kidding… or am I?)”

READ MORE: Bake Off’s Prue Leith confesses ‘I stabbed someone’ after ‘chaotic’ moment in kitchen

The Great British Bake Off host, 50, is now one of the most in-demand stars on the box and became the new face of For the Love of Dogs following the death of Paul O’Grady. She currently presents ITV’s This Morning on a Friday with co-host Dermot O’Leary and is also a team captain on Rob Beckett’s Smart TV for Sky. Earlier this year her new travel series: Florida Unpacked, went out on BBC Two. It saw her travel the US state with son Aidan.

For years Alison worked as a tour rep following in the footsteps of her mother, who was a hard-working, no-nonsense travel agent. She says she owes her success down to “being unapologetically me” and her mother. Asked about her biggest influence, she said: “Without a doubt, my mum. She taught me to laugh loud, love big and always be myself. And look where that’s got me – This Morning, Bake Off, three books, working with Maybelline…”

Alison also had a dream in Hollywood. “I’d be there in a flash if I ever received the call to join her (Dua Lipa) on stage for Physical.”

Alison says there needs to be much more done to increase representation in the sector, despite the opportunities that are opening up for her. She urged more diversity in television by calling for more voices, stories, and actors from various backgrounds to shine. Although there is still work to be done, the industry is awakening.

Alison earned a huge sum last year, making around £35,000 per week after landing a series of lucrative deals. Host Alison also has money spinning jobs like being the voice of Wren Kitchens which bring in thousands of pounds. The host also has a deal with online firm Very.

After the TV showman reportedly booked him for a £150 massage, the mother-of-one has been dating David Putnam, 27. Before even meeting model David, artist Art began imitating life after writing in her book Bombshell about a woman dating a 27-year-old. She and Noureddine Boufaied, the mother of Aidan, 19, were married before splitting up, but they never reconciled.

The jobs just keep rolling in for Alison, as she’s reportedly being lined up to host the reboot of cult BBC series Hole In The Wall. The original show, which aired from 2008 to 2009, featured celebrities trying to fit through moving wall cut-outs to avoid being pushed into a pool of water. It was previously hosted by Dale Winton, with Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke later taking over. The BBC is yet to announce an official air date for the Hole In The Wall reboot, but if the pilot proves successful, it’s expected to make a comeback later this year.

Read Alison’s full interview in the latest The Big Issue.

Rafayel’s girlfriends organized a spectacular drone show, decorated high-speed trains with his photos, and rented malls across China for parties to celebrate their lover’s birthday.

The birthday boy, who is a virtual character in the romantic mobile game “Love and Deepspace,” which has attracted millions of young women from China and beyond, was not present at every event.

The game, which was released last year, combines monster-hunting action and occasionally raunchy cutscenes in a futuristic world where “Love knows no bounds,” according to Shanghai-based developer Papergames.

And its realistic 3D character modeling, immersive narratives, and chance to interact with five distinct virtual boyfriends captivate players.

The game has received more than $500 million worldwide on the Google Play store and Apple’s App Store since its January 2024 release.

Market research firm Sensor Tower reported to AFP that about 40% of its revenue comes from abroad.

These virtual companions provide emotional fulfillment for many more than just entertainment.

A 25-year-old office worker named Liu Xue likes to think that Rafayel and her relationship to real people are romantically involved.

At a birthday party in Beijing, she told AFP, “I would say to myself or to my inner circle of close friends that we are lovers.”

In reality, I don’t believe I need company.

He regularly visits Liu, comforts her when she’s down, and even updates her on her menstrual cycle.

She said, “It’s like emotional sustenance.”

However, this attachment has a price.

Players frequently spend a lot of money on in-game purchases to unlock additional storylines and interactions with their favorite characters, despite the fact that “Love and Deepspace” is free to download.

There are similar games with similar themes, but few have the same reach and popularity. The game does not offer women partners.

According to third-party surveys, between five and ten percent of “Love and Deepspace” players are male.

Better than reality, in my opinion.

Wang Yaya, a 23-year-old university student, has spent more than 70 000 yuan ($10,000) on the game and related merchandise.

She told AFP, “I’m happy I paid for the emotional value.”

Fans use their money to fund activities like those to commemorate Rafayel’s birthday, where they pose for photos with cardboard replicas of the heartthrob and exchange handmade goods.

Wang, a seven-year veteran of console games like “Love and Deepspace,” attributes the lack of emotional support from their parents as children to her and her peers’ willingness to spend.

She continued, “Many of my friends are the same.”

And some players find virtual romances to be much more appealing than actual dating.

Liu claims she has lost interest in dating real men after discovering “Love and Deepspace.”

She referred to the wider genre of romantic games, which was created in Japan, as “playing otome games is especially nice and even better than real life.”

Liu Yuxuan, 22, sees her life’s connection with Rafayel in particular as a major priority.

“Because everyone has secrets, some of which you can’t share with others.” You can talk to him when you start the game, she said.

She said, “I can show him my love without any reservations,” and he will do the same for me.

Rafayel claims that this kind of devotion can only be found in the real world.

Another player, who uses the name Zaylia, summarise the appeal of the game for her fellow players, saying, “It fulfills our fantasy of being in a relationship.”